Tob Cohen Death; Sarah Wairimu Charged With Murder

Businesswoman Sarah Wairimu was today charged in connection with the murder of Dutch businessman Tob Cohen in 2019. Wairimu appeared before Kibera High Court Judge Diana Mochache Kadveza, where she denied the charges.

The court heard that Wairimu allegedly committed the offense on the night of July 21-22, 2019, in the Lower Kabete area. She pleaded not guilty, and her lawyers urged the court to grant her lenient bond terms.

Earlier, before her plea, the court dismissed an application by the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to detain her further pending additional medical examinations. The court also closed the previously filed case, paving the way for her to take a plea.

**Court’s Ruling on Mental Assessment**

Justice Kadveza addressed the DPP’s application regarding a mental assessment for Wairimu, stating, “I have considered the application by the DPP on whether the accused person can be subjected to a mental assessment. The practice of subjecting suspects to mental tests is guided by the law. Based on previous medical examinations that found the accused person fit to stand trial, I find that there are no compelling reasons to subject her to another mental test. However, this decision may change with circumstances.”

She added, “I have not been persuaded that there is strong evidence to reopen the case, and the application to reopen the case is therefore dismissed. It is noted that at the time the offense was committed in 2019, the Kibera High Court was not in operation. If any plea is to be taken, the Kibera Court is the best place to hear the matter, as the offense was committed in Kabete, which falls within the jurisdiction of this court.”

**Bail Hearing Scheduled**

The prosecution opposed Wairimu’s release on bond, contrary to the defense’s plea. Justice Kadveza directed that the bail hearing proceed on February 3, after all parties file their responses in the matter.

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